as in assistances
something that you do or give for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation
We see it as our duty to give succor to those in need.
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Verb
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This hearty chicken chili comforts those nursing wintertime sniffles.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026 -
The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Maddie Epke had four goals and two assists, and Aditi Foster added three goals.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Bardwell scored 32 points on 11-of-18 shooting with seven rebounds and four assists in Compton Magic’s 75-71 victory over Garner Road at last Saturday’s Adidas event in Mishawaka, Indiana.—
Gary Bedore
May 22,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Officials removed older metal supports to make the monument's interior fully visible, and future plans include installing the tomb's monumental double-leaf Macedonian marble door and restoring parts of the sphinx sculptures that once guarded the entrance.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Keeping productions local supports crews, businesses, and families who rely on the industry.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Noun
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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On its website, the leadership group endorses Bruce-Lane’s opponent, Ed Musgrove.—
Andrew Graham
May 15,
Sacbee.com,
16 May 2026
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The day before, Bulgaria got a new premier who has praised Orbán and endorses many of his positions.—
Slav Okov,
Bloomberg,
11 May 2026
Noun
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This pervasive tendency to lean into the performance advantages of modern powertrains and driver aids is sending the wrong message, IIHS argues, which may actually contribute to aggressive driving and, ultimately, to more-frequent crashes and speeding infractions.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
14 May 2026
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For people who use hearing aids, though, that process becomes a lot harder.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
14 May 2026
Verb
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They’re also covered in an airy mesh upper material that facilitates airflow during activities — including sweaty workouts and leisurely strolls.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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The industry has moved past the initial phase of exchange liquidity and is now entering a stage where programmable money facilitates everyday settlement.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Age-old concerns about gambling are growing, as addiction hotlines see a dramatic increase in calls for help.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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This was not an adequate explanation, and the woman was now looking back over her shoulder, as if searching for help.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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“Succors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succors. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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